In this episode David and Olav discuss and explain the fundamentals of the system Olav uses. This will serve as the basis on which further episodes can be understood.

(00:00) Introduction 
(01:00) Reverse Engineering 
(03:36) Norwegian Model Sub Metrics
(04:50) Norwegian Model Performance Metrics 
(06:52) Where do traditional metrics and markers of endurance fit into the Norwegian Method Performance Model?
(07:58) Athlete differences and “threshold” and weaknesses if the “threshold model” 
(11:17) Zonal compression and tradeoffs in physiology 
(12:11) What is efficiency?
(14:03) What is driving changes in effiiency and sub metrics of the Norwegian System Performance Model
(18:20) Durability, Capacity and adding a dimension to one dimensional metrics like VO2max
(19:16) Problems with extrapolating FTP in the context of Capacity and Durability
(23:24) Training trade offs and relationship to testing 
(28:49) Sub-metrics and using the performance model
(34:25) Decision making using the performance model 
(37:37) The Norwegian model and use fo sensors and technology 
(39:42) Olav and coaches using the performance model for himself as a coach 
(45:18) The impact of the team, motivation and psychology on an environment 

We know that some of the concepts covered here may be a little confusing so please do send through any questions you have to @santaratech on instagram, via email to info@santaragroup.com or use the Q&A feature on spotify if that’s where you are listening. 

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